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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Form of Joseph (Hebrew 'he/God will add'); also a Quranic prophet's name and the 12th sura of the Quran
- Origin
- Arabic
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- YOO-soof
Yusuf is an Arabic boy's name, pronounced YOO-soof, and it's a form of Joseph, from the Hebrew meaning 'he/God will add.' It is also the name of a Quranic prophet and the title of the 12th sura of the Quran. The feel is classic, with a worldly, timeless style.
Meaning & Origin of Yusuf
Meaning: Form of Joseph (Hebrew 'he/God will add'); also a Quranic prophet's name and the 12th sura of the Quran.
Origin: Arabic.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Yusuf
YOO-soofIPA /ˈjuːsuːf/
Popularity of Yusuf
Yusuf ranked #475 in the U.S. in 2024, with 645 babies given the name. That is both its latest and its highest rank in the Social Security data, which runs from 1949 to 2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Yusuf mean?
Form of Joseph (Hebrew ‘he/God will add’); also a Quranic prophet’s name and the 12th sura of the Quran. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Yusuf?
Yusuf is pronounced YOO-soof (IPA: /ˈjuːsuːf/).
Is Yusuf a popular name right now?
Yusuf is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #475 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1949–2024.)
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